College Transition

Description:This tuition-free program offers individuals the opportunity to get the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Certificate, which is a Grade 12 equivalent. It also helps students improve communications and math skills while they prepare to enter college programs or employment. The average program length is 16 weeks.

Description:Works collaboratively with students with disabilities to coordinate academic accommodations.Services include:Coordination and implementation of ASL Interpreters and/or Computerized Note TakersTranscription services, Assistive TechnologyAssisting with purchases of technology and referrals to psychoeducational assessment using the Bursary for Students with DisabilitiesAcademic accommodations, strategies and supports for in class and testing situationsReferrals to on and off campus supports and servicesLiaising with Faculty or other College staff for student advocacyAnnual Easy Start Transition Program, a one-day session for new students to learn about services and self-advocacyAutism Spectrum Disorder Group

Description:The Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) certificate program is designed to provide adults with intellectual disabilities (also known as developmental disabilities) the opportunity to experience college life. Students will learn skills that promote independence in areas such as communication, self-awareness, advocacy, community and leadership.

Eligibility:Must have a documented developmental/intellectual disability; Must be 19 years or older on the first day of classes (day after Labour Day);Must be able to participate in an admissions interview to determine program suitability, interest and personal goals;Must submit all required documentation prior to the date stated in the admission package;Must demonstrate a willingness to participate fully in the program.

Description:Pre-college programs are one-year certificate programs designed to prepare students to enter specific programs at the college or university level. The Pre-Health Science Program provides the necessary prerequisites for nursing programs.

Eligibility:Ontario Secondary School Diploma, Grade 12 English and Grade 12 Math OR Mature Student Status (age 19 or older) with the above prerequisite courses, their equivalents, or appropriate Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Certificate program credits.

Description:The Transition Program provides students with disabilities an introduction to the postsecondary learning environment as well as an opportunity to smooth the academic transition from secondary school to post-secondary school. It features information sessions, campus tours, mock lectures, social activities, and workshops.

Description:STEPS is a free information session open to all incoming first year Western students with disabilities and their families. Topics discussed include accessing supports at Western, learning self-advocacy skills for the transition to university, academic accommodation, documentation requirements and next steps. Sessions will run at 1 pm daily in conjunction with Summer Academic Orientation from June 27 to July 28.

Description:Project ADVANCE is a free 2-week transition summer program to prepare high school students with any documented disabilities (e.g., learning disabilities, mental health disabilities, physical, sensory and medical disabilities) for success in their post-secondary studies at York. During Project ADVANCE, students will have the opportunity to learn about academic strategies, assistive technologies, and the availability of campus support at York.

Eligibility:Project ADVANCE is available to students who: 1. Have a documented disability (learning, mental health, physical, sensory, or medical disability); 2. Are residents of the Province of Ontario; 3. Have accepted an offer to attend York University in the coming Summer, Fall or Winter terms

Referral:Self-referral is acceptable with the provision of appropriate documentation of disabilities.

Fee:A $200 registration fee is required upfront. However, this fee will be refunded pending an 80% program attendance rate.

Application:Applicants must complete an online Project ADVANCE Application Form up to a week before the program starts.

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